Car Insurance
Cost, loan, tax: What to consider before buying an electric car
EVs are expensive but economical on the long run; they are likely to become more popular as charging infra improves
 "Cost, loan, tax: What to consider before buying an electric car")
More than 56% of vehicle thefts in India occur just in Delhi-NCR: Report
Between 2011 and 2020, more than 300,000 vehicles were stolen in the national capital
 "More than 56% of vehicle thefts in India occur just in Delhi-NCR: Report")
Top headlines: Capex distribution rules, Edible oil prices fall, and more
Business Standard brings you the top headlines at this hour
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Cyclone Tauktae: Consider Bharat Griha Raksha to shield against calamities
To safeguard your vehicle against a cyclone, supplement a comprehensive motor policy with a couple of add-ons
 "Cyclone Tauktae: Consider Bharat Griha Raksha to shield against calamities")
Dealer can't hand over vehicle without its documents
The National Commission observed that possession of a vehicle cannot be given legally without also handing over the registration and insurance documents
How withdrawal of long-term motor cover will benefit the consumers
Older policies of three and five years will continue till expiry
 "How withdrawal of long-term motor cover will benefit the consumers")
Irdai rejects general insurers' call for blanket easing of solvency margins
However, it said specific cases would be considered on merit
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What vehicle owners can do to maximise their no-claim bonus: Experts answer
With motor insurance premiums set to rise, opting for a voluntary deductible will reduce costs
 "What vehicle owners can do to maximise their no-claim bonus: Experts answer")
Pay as you go: Irdai initiave aims to attract low-mileage car user
The idea behind such policies seems to be - lower the mileage, lower is the probability of an accident
 "Pay as you go: Irdai initiave aims to attract low-mileage car user")
Insurance companies report boom in business after new, strict traffic rules
Insurance companies expect the new regulations to bridge the gap between insured and un-insured vehicles significantly
 "Insurance companies report boom in business after new, strict traffic rules")
Motor insurance: Six must-know ways to save yourself from fake policies
The insurance transaction process often includes reliance on third-party service providers, making insurance companies highly susceptible to fraud within and along its value chain
 "Motor insurance: Six must-know ways to save yourself from fake policies")
No cover after expiry of vehicle registration
Since the firm did not pay registration fee on time, driving the car was construed as an illegal act
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Why you must buy comprehensive insurance cover throughout your car's life
Add-on covers like return to invoice, zero depreciation will cut your out-of-pocket expenses
Buying insurance from car dealer is costlier, consider getting it online
Before buying, compare premiums online, and opt only for those add-ons that you need
 "Buying insurance from car dealer is costlier, consider getting it online")
Trouble renewing your car insurance? You can save money by going digital
Since policies sold by car dealers are expensive, you can cut your cost considerably by renewing your cover online
 "Trouble renewing your car insurance? You can save money by going digital")
Explained: Are passengers of private-hire cars covered by insurance?
It was pointed out that the vehicle was insured as a commercial vehicle
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New insurance rule to raise on-road price of cars, two-wheelers, hit sales
The new motor insurance regulations to take effect from Saturday would, fear officials at automobile companies, impel those wishing to buy cars or two-wheelers to postpone purchasing.Car dealers have been flooded with calls from buyers who had booked new vehicles in the past fortnight. The new regulation mandates buyers of cars and two-wheelers to purchase upfront insurance cover for at least three and five years, respectively. On August 20, the Supreme Court directed insurers to offer long-term third-party covers. Insurance is mandatory for all road-worthy vehicles in India but owners tend to skip renewing the policies after these lapse. A longer tenure and upfront payment of the premium would save buyers the trouble of annual renewals but would proportionately raise the initial outgo on new vehicles, pushing up the on-road prices."There is a lot of confusion in the market," said a Maruti Suzuki India dealer. "This is being done without any prior intimation. Customers who booked a ...
 "New insurance rule to raise on-road price of cars, two-wheelers, hit sales")
Kerala floods: Ensure your property, car insurance claims aren't rejected
Though you may have an insurance policy as a safety net, there can be occasions when your insurance claim can get rejected. Here's how you can avoid this from happening
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Buy add-on engine protection covers to safeguard your car during monsoon
Engine protection cover is a must for those who drive through low-lying areas that tend to get waterlogged during the rains
 "Buy add-on engine protection covers to safeguard your car during monsoon")
Own a high-end vehicle? Buy add-on covers to protect your car fully
Owners of high-end vehicles should explore more options such as engine protection, invoice cover and plans that cover accessories
 "Own a high-end vehicle? Buy add-on covers to protect your car fully")
